The Art of Design Issue 58 2022 | Page 17

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NEW FOR 2022 : DECOREX DININGSCAPES
Celebrating the increasing passion for tablescaping , this new feature will showcase four expertly designed roomsets crafted by leading interior designers Christian Bense , ND Studios , Pandora Taylor with Bonadea and Bertrando di Renzo with Les Ottomans .
Each designer will exhibit a uniquely dressed dining area , centred around dining tables , adorned with exquisite linens , tableware and unique decorations . This immersive feature will be sure to leave visitors with a wealth of knowledge about how to craft the perfect tablescape . The designers collaborating with Decorex on this exciting new feature for 2022 are :
Christian Bense – a London-based interior designer whose style reflects the cross-pollination of contemporary and traditional . His passion is to curate fashionable living spaces that focus on texture , strong aesthetics and practical living .
ND Studios - Founded in 2013 by Natascha Dartnall , ND Studios specialise in bespoke interior architecture and design . Much of their projects contain furniture and fittings that are exclusively custom-made , working closely with artisanal makers , suppliers and carpenters .
Pandora Taylor with Bonadea – Pandora Taylor was founded in 2018 after several years in the industry honing her playful yet sophisticated design style , in highend residential interiors . Bonadea is the UK ’ s leading luxury brand for tableware , glassware , and rare deco , founded in 2016 by Gemma Martinez de Ana .
Bertrando di Renzo with Les Ottomans - Bertrando di Renzo created Les Ottomans thanks to his love for Turkey , an inspiring country which he has explored extensively over many years . The result is an exquisite
home collection in which east and west , tradition and innovation come together .
LIVE DEMONSTRATIONS : MAKING SPACES
Upstairs at Decorex visitors can immerse themselves in a variety of insightful live demonstrations , as craftspeople display their unique talents . Discover the process behind unique crafts and understand what handmade really amounts to , as talented makers show you the techniques behind their work . Expect everything from marbled wallpapers and embroidery to printing and other exciting crafts to be showcased here .
DESIGN TALKS , IN PARTNERSHIP WITH COLE & SON
Back again for 2022 is the ever-popular Design Talks programme , in its new location Upstairs at Decorex . This year Decorex has partnered with Cole & Son , who will be adorning the Design Talks theatre with their unique wallpaper , as well as Marie Karlson , Global MD of Cole & Son , participating in the Design Talks agenda . Renowned industry names will discuss topical themes and delve into subjects such as Emotion and Design , Sustainability , Harnessing New Energy in Design and much more . Located in the seminar theatre , The Design Talks programme will welcome expert guest speakers such as Alidad , Hill House Design , Paolo Moschino , Rita Konig and BIID President , Mathew Freeman .
Decorex is an inspiring environment to connect the best interior suppliers with leading interior designers , alongside a leading Talks Programme and unique features .
Learn , connect , source and be inspired at Decorex 2022 . Tickets can be acquired via Decorex . com